Technical Grade Cashew Nut Shell Extract (CNSL 60%) from Japan
Technical grade CNSL extract contains approximately 60% phenolic content from cashew nut shells, standardized for industrial use in friction materials and paints. It remains a direct vegetable sap/extract without exclusionary additives like sugars or medicaments. HTS 1302.19.91.20 specifically covers this cashew-derived product.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Ensure technical data sheets specify phenolic assay and absence of sucrose (>10%) per chapter exclusions
• Use ISO tanks for bulk import to maintain quality
• Register for REACH compliance if destined for EU markets